2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 24 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Strada | 460 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
